Thu.Jul 19, 2018

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Big truckers to provide 50,000 jobs over next five years, ATA pledges

DC Velocity

Group to create `career opportunities' to 10,000 people a year over 5-year period.

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Bendix collision mitigation tech used to keep kids safer

Fleet Owner

IC Bus, a subsidiary of Navistar, has made Bendix ESP Electronic Stability Program and Bendix Wingman Advanced – A Collision Mitigation Technology standard on its CE Series and RE Series school buses with air brakes.

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Zim, Maersk, MSC sign co-operation pact on Asia-U.S. East Coast trades

DC Velocity

Partnership teams Zim with 2M Alliance members.

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Breaking down the capacity crunch (and what shippers can do about it)

Fleet Owner

A number of factors have been at play contributing to the presently stretched freight capacity and it's a seller's market, but there are strategies shippers can look to in helping control costs, according to CLX Logistics, a transportation and supply

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Deliveries are Booming, but so are Fuel Prices

Bringg

Fuel prices in the US have increased by more than 30 percent over the past year. In fact, the recent surge in oil prices is the biggest since 2004. This is becoming a serious issue for any business for which shipping or deliveries are mission-critical. Many retailers have already squeezed their margins in order to offer their customers free shipping or minimal delivery fees.

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Using Big Data to Improve Your Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

The term “big data” has been one of the hottest buzzwords over the last couple of years, and that’s not a big surprise. Statistical science and data analytics can help organizations (of any size and type) obtain historical measurements and generate actionable information that increases supply chain visibility, drives operational efficiency and supports overall growth.

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CSX Rides Late CEO’s Revamp to US Railroad-Efficiency Record

Material Handling and Logistics

The late Hunter Harrison's plans resulted in expenses dropping 7.9% to $1.82 billion, while revenue climbed 5.8% to $3.1 billion.

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Real-time Capacity Matching: Making Brokers More Efficient

Talking Logistics

The real-time freight visibility space was particularly hot in 2017, with two major acquisitions announced last year, including Descartes’s acquisition of MacroPoint in August 2017. Demand for these solutions, from both shippers and brokers, continues to grow because companies want to identify and implement better ways to plan and execute their transportation and logistics operations, which is what ultimately delivers value.

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Ford issues recall for recently built F-53 stripped chassis vehicles

Fleet Owner

Ford Motor Co. is issuing a safety recall for certain 2018 Ford stripped chassis incomplete vehicles due to front-wheel studs that were not heat-treated properly. The affected vehicles were built at Ford's Detroit Chassis Plant from June 13-22.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Control Tower Visibility: Delivering Value in Transportation [Video]

Talking Logistics

Mark McEntire, Sr. VP Operations at Transplace and Ken Rogers, National Transportation Director at Nestle Waters discuss the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Nestle: As you started working with Transplace around its Control Tower solution, what were some of the key capabilities you were looking for? What were some of your goals and objectives?

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Fleet Owner magazine - the July 2018 Issue

Fleet Owner

Fleet Owner is the information source for trucking, written for middle and upper level managers at commercial truck fleets with five or more vehicles. Its journalists deliver business insights and analysis, breaking news, trends, best practices and research to owners and managers who operate trucks and trailers.

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Pharmaceutical Markets Rely on Optimized Cold Chains

Morai Logistics

The growth of pharmaceutical markets increases the demand on cold chain logistics to offer safe and efficient transportation solutions. This year, the biopharmaceutical industry is valued at $318 billion with a continued incline projected over the next few years. To help support the expansion of this pharmaceutical market, leading market research provider Technavio , raises the importance of ‘product diversification’.

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Expanded maintenance bays, fleet services at Penske's new Evansville, IN facility

Fleet Owner

Penske Truck Leasing customers in Evansville, IN, can enjoy a new, "state-of-the-art" facility offering improved maintenance and fleet services.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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Lufthansa Cargo teams with Freightos to create e-booking service

Logistics Management

Freight forwarders are being given a new “digital connectivity” tool enabling them to instantly look up contracted rates, assess capacity, and book cargo on specific flights in real-time, via the its air cargo platform for forwarders.

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A turbo 4-cyl. gas engine in half-ton pickups?

Fleet Owner

Upcoming 2019 Sierra 1500 'Elevation' takes monochrome, blacked-out route, features GM's new 2.

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[WHITE PAPER] An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management

GlobalTranz

Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management” white paper! This is a must read for those who have been reading about Blockchain in Supply Chain Management but need to first understand it’s role in the industry!

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The Importance of Retail Compliance in Today’s Market

Blue Grace Logistics

Logistics and supply chain management has become a very tight game, almost cutthroat in its harsh severity. Consumers want their product today, that means that retailers want it delivered, checked in, and on the shelf yesterday. With the ability to order just about anything a consumer could possibly want from the vast online marketplace, brick and mortar retailers have to run an even tighter ship than they have before if they have any hopes of competing.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Peak Season prospects are solid but capacity concerns remain intact

Logistics Management

LM reader survey points to promising Peak Season, with strong economy and tariffs top of mind.

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DB Schenker Signs MoU for New Logistics Hub in China

Logistics Manager

German-based DB Schenker , a division of the German rail operator Deutsche Bahn AG recently announced they had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Eastern China city of Pinghu for the construction of a state-of-the-art logistics hub in Pinghu located in the Zhejiang province. The city of Pinghu is strategically located near the metropolitan areas of Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou, along with the city being in close proximity of the Port of Zhapu and the Yangshan deep-water port.

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Silicon Designs releases low voltage capacitive accelerometers

Fleet Owner

Silicon Designs Inc. (SDI), a veteran-owned and U.S.

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United Airlines Place Order for 787 Dreamliners

Airfreight Logistics

United Airlines recently confirmed an order of four new Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The announcement was made at the Farnborough Airshow in England. The airline is expanding their commitment to the 787 Dreamliner program repeating an order four more 787-9 airplanes. At current list price, the deal is valued at $1.1 billion and was finalized earlier this year.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.

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NYK and Adani joint venture on track

Automotive Logistics

NYK Auto Logistics India (NALI) has signed an agreement with transport and port operations provider, Adani Logistics, to provide finished vehicle services using freight trains. The NYK division already provides integrated services for carmakers in India that include road-based inland delivery between plants, dealers and ports, as well as pre-delivery inspection.

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UK Freight Forwarder Expands with Santander Funding Package

Logistics Business Magazine

TPS Global Logistics, an award-winning Aylesford (UK)-based freight forwarding and logistics service provider, is moving into new, larger premises and hiring 20 new permanent members of staff. The move will enable the company to deal with growing business demand and comes after it received a funding package worth £600,000. The funding included £400,000 from Santander Business Banking and £200,000 from MacQuarie.

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Digital Inventory and Aerial Robots (DRONES) at APICS 2018

PINC

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Penske Truck Leasing to Exhibit at Emergency Medical Services Expo

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Truck Leasing will return as a Gold Sponsor at this year’s Pinnacle EMS Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, from July 23 to 27, 2018. According to Pinnacle EMS, the event draws leaders in the EMS (emergency medical services) and healthcare space and engages attendees with exploration of the most relevant topics in the changing world of EMS. Penske professionals will be on hand at booth 56 in the exhibit hall to discuss the comprehensive contract maintenance services Penske provides from a nat

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Federal Judge Stays California Sanctuary State Employer Law

Material Handling and Logistics

Law imposed penalties on employers who cooperated with immigration investigations. A federal district judge stayed a California law that penalized employers who choose to cooperate with federal immigration officials who didn’t present them with a warrant or subpoena first. Called AB 450, the law was enacted last year and went into effect on Jan. 1. It was just one of a series of state laws passed by the state legislature and signed by Gov.